French chemist (1756-1832) who introduced the process of adding sugar to wine, called 'Chaptalization.' LS in French, signed "Chaptal," one page, 7 x 9.25, Republique Francaise letterhead, February 28, 1802. Letter, written as Minister of the Interior, to the Prefect of Toulon. In part (translated): "Last year I sent you...astronomical and physical instruments, books and appliances for use in a chemistry laboratory: all were intended for Egypt...if these objects are still in the Navy storehouses in Toulon I ask you to send them promptly to the Prefect of the Bouches du Rhone in Marseille so that they can be added to the convoy which is being prepared there... Please do not include, however, the chemistry appliances which I ask you to send to the School of Medicine in Montpellier...Please inform me what dispositions you have made." In fine condition, with intersecting folds, a couple lightly passing through single letters of signature, and a light circle of toning from wax seal.
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